New! Foundations of Positive Psychology

Enrollment is now open for a specialization in Foundations of Positive Psychology via Coursera. Earn an online certificate taught by:

Dr. Martin E.P. Seligman

Dr. James Pawelski

Dr. Angela Duckworth

Dr. Claire Robertson-Kraft

Dr. Karen Reivich

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Positive Psychology is the scientific study of the strengths that enable individuals and communities to thrive.

New! Foundations of Positive Psychology

Enrollment is now open for a specialization in Foundations of Positive Psychology via Coursera. Earn an online certificate taught by:

Dr. Martin E.P. Seligman

Dr. James Pawelski

Dr. Angela Duckworth

Dr. Claire Robertson-Kraft

Dr. Karen Reivich

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Learn to apply the principles and tools of positive psychology to any professional domain or as preparation for further study in a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. program, in the Master of Applied Positive Psychology program at the University of Pennsylvania.

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Enrollment is now open for the online specialization certificate taught by Dr. Martin E.P. Seligman and his colleagues at the University of Pennsylvania.